Which type of doctor should I see for my osteoporosis. My primary care doctor does not seem to be
knowledgeable. Also, my primary care doctor sent me to physical therapy for sciatica, although he knew I had osteoporosis. The physical therapist put me on mechanical traction which hurt, bothered me a lot and made me weak. Do you have any information that someone with osteoporosis should not have mechanical traction?
Judy Tenaglia
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Hello, thank you for sharing your question! If you are not satisfied with the care you are getting for your osteoporosis from your primary care physician, consulting a specialist may be a good idea. Possible options would include an endocrinologist, rheumatologist, orthopedist (especially if you have already had a fracture) or even a geriatrician. For the sciatinc nerve problems, the best specialist to consult would be a neurologist. Good luck with both these issues and do keep us posted on your progress!
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